DIY Wheat Centerpieces

[uptowngirl]

I just put this in my journal, but thought I would put it here too...

I have been planning on copying this centerpiece for my reception tables:
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/centerpiece.jpg

Well, I just got my samples of wheat today and finally got to play around with them!
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/P2110003.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/P2110006.jpg

They were way bigger than I thought, and I am hoping that means I don't have to order as many sheaves to do all the centerpieces!

[uptowngirl]

I broke up two bundles (one green and one gold) into about 5 smaller bunches, with the two colors mixed together and then but all 5 bunches together, tied with a wire and then wrapped the wire with ribbon - it took me about 10 minutes - seriously. I had no idea it would be so easy! If anyone is doing a fall themed reception I recommend trying these for sure!

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/P2120001.jpg

My mom had suggested including some lavender, so I tried it, but I think I like it better without...

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/P2120002.jpg

Also - I am hoping to use wider ribbon, and probably not white. I am not sure what color to use though. It just seems like white stands out too much. I was planning on using 4 bunches to make one centerpiece, and these pictures only use two, so I might try another one and see what it looks like - it is going to be huge!

[smileyone2002]

I love this!! I love both versions that you did...the lav. adds a little more color and looks amazing and the one without the lav. looks great too!! Great job, it looks just like the inspiration pic!:laugh:

[Measha]

That is really cute! Hmm do they do different colors? It seems a bit fallish, gives me ideas.

[kiddienurse601]

Try ivory ribbon so that it's still neutral but doesn't stand out quite as much as the white.

[EarlyBird]

i love love love this... I would looove to do these. do you have the place where you purchased the wheat? I want to do a couple of thesse for the cocktail tables :) Maybe i could add some black or red berries or something :)

I like it better without the lavendar to be honest!!

[val24]

i like those!!!
i like both of them with or without the lavendar but if it is a fall wedding i wouldnt do the lavendar. Maybe a different color one to incorporate the fall colors.

[LILBOBO1980]

Absolutely perfect in my opinion. I love it....

[brendalin]

I wanted to do this and could not find wheat that I liked anywhere!

Where did you get it?

Your centerpieces look great! Very exciting that they are a quick and easy DIY!

[PGDesigns]

They turned out great! I love them!

[Goin2thechapel]

You need to add these pictures to our community webpage! Brides everywhere will be using your centerpieces as inspirations for sure!!

[SunnyAB]

You did an excellent job!

What are your wedding colors? I see that you are getting married in Sept, so if they are autumnish - for the ribbon you could use gold, or a wheat color, a soft muted green - like a light olive (cant remember the exact name). I have an arrangement that I bring out in fall for my home and I have a sheer gold ribbon with swirls of sparkly/glittery copper, that I like. I've also see a deep chocolate brown which is a nice contrast. It all depends on your what you like and what other colors you are having.

[Danielle9608]

You did a great job. I just love it!

[august8bride]

Love it! They are cute and creative.

[uptowngirl]

i love love love this... I would looove to do these. do you have the place where you purchased the wheat? I want to do a couple of thesse for the cocktail tables :) Maybe i could add some black or red berries or something :)

I like it better without the lavendar to be honest!!

Thanks!

I got the wheat at this place:
http://www.driedflowersrus.com

They have a TON of different kinds of grasses, wheat, dried flowers, etc...
I am not sure about their prices compared to other places, but then again, I couldn't really find any other places!

[uptowngirl]

You did an excellent job!
- for the ribbon you could use gold, or a wheat color, a soft muted green - like a light olive (cant remember the exact name). I have an arrangement that I bring out in fall for my home and I have a sheer gold ribbon with swirls of sparkly/glittery copper, that I like. I've also see a deep chocolate brown which is a nice contrast. It all depends on your what you like and what other colors you are having.

My colors are wheat (duh :)), sage, and cream - I tried playing with the ribbon color in photoshop to see what other ones would look like...

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd79/sarahmoto/ribbon1.jpg

[Danielle9608]

I am loving the gold!

[bichonlvr]

You did a fantastic job!

Green ribbon would be cool! Actually any ribbon would be great!

[FFC]

I think the green looks best.. it's the exact same color from what I can tell. The gold and brown are a little off. :D Great job!!!!

[TangoWedding]

Love love love love love this!!!

Excellent job! It looks PERFECT! :happy:

[EarlyBird]

i love the green. I think the green makes everything pop!!!

i love these centerpieces..im going to try them... i might be asking you for some help :)

[EarlyBird]

how many did you need to make a few of them??? Do they have really tall wheat ?? i was thinking.. how cool would this look lining the aisle??

[uptowngirl]

how many did you need to make a few of them??? Do they have really tall wheat ?? i was thinking.. how cool would this look lining the aisle??


That is exactly what I was thinking! - I am going to end up with a ton of left over wheat so I think I am going to try lining the aisle with the extra - just tie bunches to the chairs on the end...

To make one centerpiece I used two "bunches". I am planning on ordering two cases (about $75 each) - each with 20 bunches - one of the green and one of the gold wheat. I only need 10 centerpieces so I will be able to play with the rest...hmmm maybe use some on my arch too...

The bunches I got were about 2 1/2 feet tall - I didn't see an option for different heights...

[smileyone2002]

I love the green and gold ribbon!! I am torn, they both look amazing!! This is such a great idea and it turned out so nice!

[FuTuReDeMpSeY]

those look great but i have to say that i like them better without the lavender!!!! maybe try using a lavender organza ribbon to tie them with!!!!

[WebLady]

Looks great; I like the sage ribbon, or maybe an ivory/cream one.

Definitely should post in your community album (http://www.onewed.com/WeddingPictures/);)

[hummingbird521]

It turned out beautiful. Excellent job and they are gorgeous. I love the gold ribbon but believe I like the green the best.

[uptowngirl]

Looks great; I like the sage ribbon, or maybe an ivory/cream one.

Definitely should post in your community album (http://www.onewed.com/WeddingPictures/);)

Amanda ( I think, I should look back) mentioned that too - do I just put the pictures in my one wed album?

[WebLady]

Amanda ( I think, I should look back) mentioned that too - do I just put the pictures in my one wed album?
I beleive you have posted other pictures in your album (http://www.onewed.com/accounts/PhotoAlbumBrowse?UID=27), you'd post your DIY pics the same :)

[uptowngirl]

OK, that is what I thought - I will do that! I had forgotten about the onewed album... :)

[kabgrace]

Where did you buy the wheat for your centerpieces?

[FFC]

I'm not sure where Sarah purchased the wheat, but I know you can get it at Michaels, or if you want to shop online, try www.save-on-crafts.com

[Kfancii]

I ordered birch branches from this company and they were really easy to work with.

http://www.driedflowersrus.com/dried-wheat-bearded-triticum-c-40.html

Since they sell wholesale lots, you will have to buy the wheat by the case, but it is about $80 for 20 sheaves, so that isn't too pricey!

[amunet]

Wow those are going to be beautiful centerpieces!!

[MOB101]

You did a great job. I also tried to make this centerpiece for my daughters fall wedding. I've been doing crafts for years and thought I was pretty good, but I had a problem making the spiral. Could you give me any pointers. I found instruction on the Martha Stewart site, but still had problems. Any help thank you